Nikkei extends gains at open as AI and semiconductor stocks lead buying on higher U.S. technology shares

The Tokyo market opened higher for a second straight session, with AI- and semiconductor-related stocks leading the buying against a backdrop of gains in US tech stocks. The opening level was 63,738.98, up 470.61 from the previous day.

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At the Tokyo Stock Exchange opening, the Nikkei Average started 470.61 higher than the previous business day at 63,738.98, extending its gains. AI and semiconductor-related stocks led the buying and lifted the broader market after US stocks, particularly technology shares, rose in the previous day's session.

Among individual stocks, Advantest and Tokyo Electron opened with buy indications, while SoftBank Group rose. Hitachi and Toyota Motor also traded firmly at times, whereas Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group and Sony Group were sluggish.

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StatusAs an indicator of the opening price and market trend, the Nikkei Average opened at 63,738.98.

ScaleThe Nikkei Average opened sharply higher, with a gain of ¥470.61.

NatureAI- and semiconductor-related stocks led the buying, lifting the broader market.

StockAdvantest and Tokyo Electron opened with buy indications. SoftBank Group rose. Hitachi and Toyota Motor were firm. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group and Sony Group were soft.

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